Summary SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The breakout success of Shogun season 1 makes a follow-up seem incredibly likely, but however tempting a sequel might seem, it would ultimately be a disaster for the story's legacy. Based on the celebrated novel by James Clavell, Shogun won critical and popular adulation for its powerful evocation of 17th-century Japan, memorable characters, and gripping narrative.
"It’s rare that not only would a non-Netflix program sit at the top of the chart, but that it would do so for two weeks in a row. Such is the case with Shōgun". Related Shogun Cast & Real-Life Character Inspiration Guide The cast of FX’s Shogun brings the characters from James Clavell’s bestselling novel, some of which are based on real historical figures, to life.